TM 9-2320-361-10 2-24. OPERATION OF FRONT WINCH (Contd) d. Lowering Load or Unwinding Slack Cable. NOTE Keep tension on cable when unwinding under power to keep cable from crossing coils. (1) Depress clutch pedal (6), and place transmission power takeoff lever (1) in REVERSE position. Be sure transmission gearshift lever (3) is in “N” (neutral) position. (2) Slowly release clutch pedal (6), and adjust throttle (2) for smooth operation of vehicle. e. Winding the Winch Line on the Drum. Wear hand protection when handling winch cable. Broken wires may cause injury to personnel. (1) Attach load to end of winch cable (8). If no load is available, attach cable (8) to a tree, or another truck with brakes applied. (2) Depress clutch pedal (6), and shift transmission power takeoff lever (1) to LOW. (3) Release parking brake lever (4). (4) Slowly release clutch pedal (6). The front winch will pull vehicle forward and wind cable (8) on drum. Light pressure on brake pedal (7) will assure a tight, neat wind. 2-98